NYPD nabs sword-wielding man on Empire State Building observation deck

Authorities said they were called to the landmark tower around 3:40 p.m. after the 35-year-old man wielded the sword and put it to his chest.

NYPD Chief of Department Terence A. Monahan tweeted a video of the incident and the officers’ response.

“Our men & women in blue are prepared for any situation. When an emotionally disturbed man walked into the Empire State Building holding a cane sword today, NYPD cops reacted quickly to keep people safe. Our highly-trained officers delivered a safe outcome for everyone,” he said. “Well done!”